AI Damage2023 Volvo S90: common problems
Owners of the 2023 Volvo S90 filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, most often about backover prevention. The maker issued 129 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 2
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 129
What fails most often
- Backover prevention: 1 complaints (50% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 2 L · hybrid · turbo · 4 cyl
- 2 L · plug-in hybrid · turbo · 4 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: AWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 2 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backover prevention | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
Backup camera problem is more prevalent after recall software update when backing up, or when trying to view the rear camera manually, the message says "Camera Temporarily Unavailable" for the entire duration I was driving for 40 minutes.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 19,879 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (among the 46% least complained about).
On average one model year of the S90 has 6 complaints (12 years in the data). This year has 2, below average.
What to check before buying
- Backover prevention. Rear camera and parking sensors after a rear impact.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This is a Technical Journal
Chirping noise from engine during engine shutoff. Replace both front camshaft seals
- This is a Technical Journal
Check Engine Light in DIM (BCM2 P25A268 / U003700). Download software.
- This is a Technical Journal
Check engine light and DTC - ECM P061C48/P060C48. Change engine oil and filter.
- This is a Technical Journal
Google acceptance required for SW 3.0.3. Software download.
- This is a Technical Journal
Vibration/shudder while braking. Replace front brake pads
- This is a Technical Journal
Call button in the OHC might not be lit. Perform a total upgrade according to TJ 31543.
- This is a Technical Journal
DIM Message and DTC IEM P0A4000. Erase DTC. -Let the vehicle go to "Abandoned mode" - this can take up to 20 minutes. -Perform a new VIDA readout
- This is a Technical Journal
Long Range PHEV ERAD Knocking Noise Repair Kit. Install a repair kit.
- This is a Technical Journal
If you experience difficulty programming remote keys on Hybrid vehicles, please follow the advise in Technical Journal under service.
- This is a Technical Journal
Oxygen Sensor DTCs. Perform a Total Upgrade of the vehicle software.
- This is a Technical Journal
SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA.
- This is a Technical Journal
12V Critical Charge Message w/ MVBM-B166094 MVBM-B165F94 DTC's set. Do not replace the MVBM. Delete the DTC´s and perform a SW update. A new SW fix is planned 2024 quarter 1.
NHTSA lists 129 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Volvo S90?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: backover prevention. Total complaints: 2. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: rear-view camera (50%), windows, sunroof (50%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Volvo S90?
NHTSA lists 129 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 Volvo S90 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2023 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.